This wikiHow teaches you how to make a simple voice audio recording on a Windows computer. If you are using Windows 10, your computer already comes with a free voice recorder application called Voice Recorder. If you're still using Windows 8.1, you can use the Sound Recorder program, which is very similar to Voice Recorder, but with less features. If you want to make higher-quality or advanced sound recordings, you can look into more advanced audio recording apps like Audacity (free) or Ableton Live (paid).
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Method 1 of 3: Using Voice Recorder on Windows 10
Step 1. Open Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder is a simple audio recording application included in Windows 10. You can find this application on the “Start” menu or by typing voice recorder in the Windows search bar.
Step 2. Click the microphone icon to start recording
It's a large circle button at the bottom of the left pane.
You can also start recording by pressing the button "Controls" + "R" on the keyboard.
Step 3. Sing or say whatever you want to record
While the recording is running, a running duration indicator will be displayed at the top of the window.
- To pause the recording, click the pause button (two vertical lines). You can pause the recording and resume it as many times as you want to record sound in the same file.
- To mark a specific part of the recording using a flag for easy search, click the flag icon.
Step 4. Click the stop button when done
This button looks like a big circle with a square inside.
The recorded audio will be saved to the “ Sound recordings " in directory " Documents ”.
Step 5. Click the play button to listen to the recording
This button looks like a big circle with a triangle in the middle on the right panel of the program. The recording will be played through the main speaker or headphones.
If you don't hear anything, make sure that the volume on your computer is turned up and that external speakers are turned on
Step 6. Trim the tape (optional)
Click the icon Trim ” (second icon from left) to remove unneeded residual audio from the beginning or end of the recording. Use the slider to select the portion of the recording you want to save, then click the disc icon to save the section.
When you save the trimmed section, the program will ask you if you want to update the original file or save the section as a new file or copy. Choose the option that best suits your needs
Step 7. Manage saved records
When you record sound in Voice Recorder, the saved recordings are displayed in the left pane. You can right-click the recording and access other options or settings, such as sharing options (“ Share "), change of name (" Rename ”), file deletion (“ Delete ”), or navigate to the record storage directory (“ Open file location' ”).
It's a good idea to rename the files after the recording process is complete so they don't have generic or generic names. This will make it easier for you to find the files you need in the future
Method 2 of 3: Using Sound Recorder on Windows 8.1
Step 1. Open Sound Recorder
An easy way to run this program is to go to the “Start” page, type sound recorder in the search bar, and click “ Sound Recorder ” from the search results.
If this is your first time using Sound Recorder, follow the on-screen instructions to give the app permission to access your computer's microphone
Step 2. Click the red microphone icon to start recording
This big red circle button has an image of a microphone in it. Once clicked, the running duration indicator will be displayed at the top of the window.
Step 3. Sing, say, or voice what you want to record
The green bar will move back and forth to indicate that the application is recording the captured sound.
- To pause the recording, click the pause button (two vertical lines). You can pause recording and resume as many times as you want to record sound in the same file.
- If you move the Sound Recorder window to the background so you can use other applications while recording sound, the recording will pause until the window is displayed again. However, you can position the Sound Recorder window and other applications side by side.
Step 4. Click the stop button when done
This button looks like a big red circle with a square inside. The file will be saved and displayed in the list of records (along with any other records you have previously created).
Step 5. Click the play button to listen to the recording
This large circle button with a triangle in the center is on the right pane. The sound will play through the main speaker or headphones.
- If you don't hear anything, make sure that the volume on your computer is turned up and that external speakers are turned on.
- If you do not want to save the file, delete the file by clicking the “ Delete ' under it.
Step 6. Trim the tape (optional)
Click Trim ” (first circle icon below recording) to remove any unneeded audio residue from the beginning or end of the recording. Use the slider to select the portion of the recording you want to save, then click the disc icon to save the section.
When you save the trimmed section, the program will ask you if you want to update the original file or save the section as a new file or copy. Choose the option that best suits your needs
Step 7. Rename the file
To change the name, click the current file name, select the button “ Rename ” at the bottom of the window, then enter a memorable name. In this way, the recordings stored in Sound Recorder remain managed.
Method 3 of 3: Using Third Party Programs
Step 1. Find a trusted audio recording program that meets your needs
There are a variety of free and paid recording programs available for various purposes, and most of them are created by trusted developers. Make sure you download the app from a known site and read as many reviews about the program as possible.
Step 2. Experiment with the barrel and rotational speed
There are many third-party programs that allow you to customize the audio recording. You can slow down the recording to accentuate speech, or raise the tuning to apply a high-pitched, loud (a la “chipmunk”) sound effect.
Step 3. Record higher quality sound
High-quality recording programs can improve recording quality. These programs are useful when you have a high-quality microphone, and often do sound recording and editing.
Step 4. Turn your singing hobby into a more serious productive activity
As a first step to introducing yourself and the music you compose to the world, try recording yourself singing. With this free audio recording program to use, you can start your own recording process at home and give a professional touch to the music you compose and sing!
